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J601 CAL

1991 Kia Pride

Grey Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,864 mi
Last recorded52,864 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2010
Typical for 1991 Kia Pride74,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ601 CAL
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2010 52,864 miles

underbody starting to rust

Fail 8 Mar 2010 52,864 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

underbody starting to rust

Fail 7 Oct 2009 86,164 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 82,061 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 81,942 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 77,997 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 77,997 miles

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 73,557 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Pride?

Based on 67,258 MOT tests across 11,368 vehicles.

61.2%
Pass Rate
3,571
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
11,368
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,245
brake binding 5,002
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,403
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,350
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J601 CAL is a 1991 Kia Pride in Grey with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 74,536 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Pride fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J601 CAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Kia Pride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J601 CAL registered?

J601 CAL is a 1991 Kia Pride, first registered on 20 August 1991.

Is J601 CAL safe to buy?

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